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The Sanibel lighthouse complex at the eastern end of the island, looking north into San Carlos Bay. The keeper and assistant keeper and their families lived in the two mirror-image quarters. A cistern which collected rainwater from the roof can be seen beside the western quarters.

Date Issued

1962, 1962-01-01T05:00:00.000Z

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Image (JPEG2000)

Title

Aerial View of the The Sanibel Lighthouse Complex.

Name/Creator

United States Coast Guard

Abstract/Description

A view from the Gulf of Mexico looking northwest over the lighthouse compound.

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Image (JPEG2000)

Title

Aerial View of the The Sanibel Lighthouse Complex.

Name/Creator

United States Coast Guard

Abstract/Description

The Sanibel lighthouse complex at the eastern end of the island, looking north into San Carlos Bay. Twin water tanks are visible between the buildings. A cistern which collected rainwater from the roof can be seen beside the western quarters. A maintenance shed is beyond the western quarters, and the path to the boathouse/fishing pier is clearly visible. The submarine observation tower, used during World War II to search for enemy submarines, stands in the tidal zone on the island's Point... Show moreThe Sanibel lighthouse complex at the eastern end of the island, looking north into San Carlos Bay. Twin water tanks are visible between the buildings. A cistern which collected rainwater from the roof can be seen beside the western quarters. A maintenance shed is beyond the western quarters, and the path to the boathouse/fishing pier is clearly visible. The submarine observation tower, used during World War II to search for enemy submarines, stands in the tidal zone on the island's Point Ybel, as erosion accelerated in the area during this period. Show less

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Image (JPEG2000)

Title

Aerial View of the The Sanibel Lighthouse Complex.

Name/Creator

United States Coast Guard

Abstract/Description

The Sanibel lighthouse complex at the eastern end of the island, looking north into San Carlos Bay.

Date Issued

1962, 1962-01-01T05:00:00.000Z

Format

Image (JPEG2000)

Title

Eastern Lighthouse Keepers' Quarters.

Name/Creator

United States Coast Guard

Abstract/Description

The easternmost lighthouse keeper quarters before a storm carried away its cistern with a brick base and wooden tank. Gutters and piping run from the roof to the tank for collecting rainwater. The Gulfside stairs were also destroyed in 1940s storms. A portion of the light tower, other water tanks, and the oil house is visible behind the building.

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Image (JPEG2000)

Title

Eastern Lighthouse Keepers' Quarters.

Name/Creator

United States Coast Guard

Abstract/Description

The eastern lighthouse keepers' quarters in 1943, with the submarine observation tower just beyond, a spotting scope is visible. The cistern destroyed in the 1944 hurricane is also evident.

Date Issued

1943, 1943-01-01T04:00:00.000Z

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Image (JPEG2000)

Title

Keeper Quarters.

Name/Creator

United States Coast Guard

Abstract/Description

A view from the Gulf of Mexico looking northeast to the eastern keeper quarters.

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Image (JPEG2000)

Title

Lighthouse, Boathouse and Dock.

Name/Creator

United States Coast Guard

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A view from San Carlos Bay of the lighthouse, boathouse, and dock, looking south, probably in 1948 according to Lighthouse Keeper Bob England. Rails for the boats to be taken into the boathouse are visible, gasoline tanks are on the dock for the boat. Point Ybel or lighthouse point extends considerable farther to the east in this photo.

Date Issued

1948, 1948-01-01T05:00:00.000Z

Format

Image (JPEG2000)

Title

Sanibel Lighthouse.

Name/Creator

United States Coast Guard

Abstract/Description

A view from the Gulf of Mexico looking north to the Sanibel light and keepers' quarters.